Son as a passenger?
I'm dusting off this old topic for a good reason - my son may be entering all day kindergarten this coming July, and I'd like to take him to school on my burgman 650.
He's about 40 inches tall now and growing fast. I'll have to check to see if his feet touch the floorboards as I have no idea. I also have to check AZ law, but I don't recall seeing anything on minimum age of passengers the last time I looked.
Doug - i'm interested in the harness you mention below. I've thought about getting the Givi topcase and creating some armrests and/or belt to hold him tighly to the seat. Don't know though.
Obviously, he would wear all gear including a helmet -which I have to search for to see if an XXS helmet would fit him even. I have no idea.
My co-workers are appalled that I would even consider this, by the way. None of them ride bikes. The ride would be about 3 miles on mostly 45 mph two lane road with stop signs and lights. Couple bad intersections where i've seen major T-bone accidents. I'm always very careful entering those intersections myself.
Honestly, I would feel absolutely terrible if I did get in an accident (esp. one that was my fault) and my son got injured. I'd really feel absolutely horrendous.
So, is it worth it? I don't know. Anyone with an opinion out there? I'm probably leaning towards NOT having him ride with me til he's much older, but I just don't know.
I've not broached the concept with the wife yet. I'm still shocked she's so ok with me riding. I'm an RN by training and she's a physical therapist, so we've both seen our share of terrible accident victims.
Thanks for any replies everyone.